Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence ($19, originally $25)
In case you're a fan of K-beauty products, you'll want to keep this moisturizer from Cosrx on hand. Admittedly, the idea of using a snail-infused product raises eyebrows, but this essence lives up to the hype it's been getting on TikTok. Apart from snail secretion filtrate, it's formulated with allantoin and hyaluronic acid which are known to hydrate and repair the skin. One of our editors is obsessed, which she discusses in her Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence review.
- Pros: Hydrating, makes the skin smoother, best results if used overnight
- Cons: Has a sticky texture so it might be best to do a patch test
- Type: Moisturizer
- Finish: Brighter tone, dewy
- Who it's best for: Anyone who struggles with dry skin and uneven tone
- Extras: Dermatologist-tested
Editor Quote: "It's been months since I started using the essence daily. I use it after cleansing and before applying moisturizer, and I am a complete convert. Though I was worried the additional skin-care step would clog my pores over time, leading to pimples and what have you, my skin's texture has actually improved, and it feels way more even now. The hydration payoff is also huge, and I feel like it actually helps my moisturizer work better, too. For a while, I had been feeling as though the cream would just sit atop my skin after application, and now I feel like it's actually penetrating through and sinking in. Best of all, I finally feel close to glazed doughnut status." — Kelsey Garcia, lifestyle director
